Awarded the VC for his heroism on 7 June 1917, age 30, while serving in the Royal Naval Reserve. "HMS Pargust disguised as a merchant ship, encountered an enemy submarine. The submarine was sunk and the Pargust severely damaged. Selected by the crew for acts of courage and bravery. (North Atlantic)". Freemason at: №594, Downshire Lodge.
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